US Bridges

Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570

Good

Medina County, Ohio · 0.30 Mi.E.Of Lake Rd. · Structure no. 5206731

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
946 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
7,890
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570 in Medina County, Ohio. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,890 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,473 by 2026. The structure is 946 ft (288.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIr 71 SB Ramp(es)
CrossesOver MED-224-1570
Location0.30 Mi.E.Of Lake Rd.
RouteInterstate 71
CountyMedina County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.03076, -81.90154
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length946 ft (288.4 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,890 (2006)
Projected traffic27,473 by 2026
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570 built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570 carry?

About 7,890 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570?

The structure is 946 ft (288.4 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ir 71 SB Ramp(es) over Over MED-224-1570?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.